Insurgent vs Progressive Schools in American Politics
A 1911 Devils Lake editorial contrasts Senator Sutherland with Senator Bourne. The piece argues Sutherland defends old machine rule while Bourne champions direct popular input and swift corrective action. It states the American public largely supports Bourne, praising representative government and evolving, accessible political power.
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Audi
Sutherland
Bourne
Oregon
Sutterland
Edmore County Sees Record Crop Boom This Year
Farmers across the northeastern section report splendid crops and improved farming practices, marking a high point in the county's agricultural history this year.
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Edmore
Homer Resler Emerges As Ramsey County Legislative Candidate
Homer Resler is discussed across Ramsey County as a potential next legislator. Supporters say as attorney he would make a splendid official and represent Ramsey County ably in the next state legislature.
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Homer Resler
Resler
Ramsey County
Judge Faces Backlash Over Punishment on Woman
In two weeks the editor reviewed hundreds of letters and every one attacked the judge who fined a Kansas woman. No protest from any woman has appeared, yet the男性 readers vow retaliation. The piece laments lingering chivalry and promises men will answer the judge’s action.
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Kansas
Ambition and Energy Drive Community Growth
Ambition energy and initiative plus faith in self and future propel city, county, and state building. When natural resources exhaust, citizens must unlock capital from early gains to invest in new lines of activity. Energy and hard work transform potential into progress and deter rivals from taking the lead.
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Chicago
Moral Cowardice and the Duty of Citizens in a Crumbling Society
A discussion on the moral cowardice of professionals and citizens who refuse active civic stand. It argues that if merchants, lawyers, teachers, and clergy remain silent amid criminal influence, justice is delayed and society’s leaders fail.
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Eruananty
Farmers ad pits North Dakota farmers against Canadian land sellers
The piece critiques a Canadian land company advertisement in Everybody's Magazine and accuses North Dakota delegates of supporting reciprocity to Canada. It alleges Canadian yields surpass U S lands, warns locals that political contrasts harm North Dakota, and portrays certain “farmers” as misled allies of Canadian sellers.
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Everybody's Magazine
Canadian Land Concern
Washington
Canada
Saskatchewan
Haslam Land Company
St. Paul
Mion
Regina
Northwest
North Dakota
Dakota
North
Monkeying With Chance and a Distinction in Recall News
A discussion on risking capital and the lure of betting against chance features George R Herringer’s 1906 Chicago wheat pit ruin and cautions small operators about manipulation and big stakes. It then moves to Utah Senator Sutherland’s recall remark on Burr and the Arizona recall plan debate in the We are not sure in our own minds editorial.
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George R Herringer
Furrles
Chicago
Herringer
Duluth Herald
Sutherland
Utah
Yuasigo Burr
Poe
Ariana Cne
Towner News-Tribune
Arizona
Bellevere
Hays
Crime prevention and reform through clear laws
The speaker urges comprehensive crime statistics, precise statutory definitions, and removal of outdated safeguards. He calls to protect public and accused rights, simplify prosecutions for offenses affecting persons or property, and address broader crimes like perjury and moral laws. He cites moral decay and suggests tackling root causes in politics, society, and ethics.
Streeter on Prohibition in North Dakota
Editor Streeter of the County Record rails against Prohibition and defends licensed saloons. He is portrayed as a lone, unwavering opponent who clings to older days and laments changes in North Dakota's liquor laws. The piece notes his persistence and nostalgia amid a state increasingly favoring prohibition.
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Davalier County
Bareley
Ramsey Co
Streeter
Mmouns County Record
North Dakota
Prohibition
Dakota
Kentucky
Old
Slope
Hanna for governor a strong GOP ticket for North Dakota
The text argues Congressman Hanna could lead a Democratic bid for governor, offering major gains for the party. It suggests Hanna would attract support across the state, potentially sweeping North Dakota, while noting a hypothetical setback if an ally were to fall in the coming summer.
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Hanna
North Dakota
Rural Women Seek Suffrage Reading The News
Rural women in farming districts show growing demand for literature on woman suffrage. The National Press Bureau notes newspapers serving farm women seek cooperation to present the issue, citing a publication with circula tion near 400000.
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National Press Bureau
Taft Won’t Do For North Dakota Progressives
The Inter Ocean shifts from Taft supportive to opposition as it cites tariff fights and reciprocity delays. Taft’s stance on Schedule K, wool, cotton, and farmers’ free list, plus tariff board findings, provoke a break with progressive advocates. La Follette gains strength, with North Dakota urged to back him to keep Republicans from Democratic alignment.
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Taft
Inter-Ocean
Payne-Aldrich
Ballinger
Department of the Interior
Pinhblic
Republican Party
Tariff Board
Advertising as a business booster and medium choice
The text argues that advertising drives success for merchants and large firms like Armour & Co and Swift & Co. It cites substantial ad spending and a Chicago merchant who invested $118,000 in ads yearly. It says newspapers are the best medium, cites Uncle Sam’s use, and notes advertising as a developing science with schools training thousands annually. Continuous intelligent advertising yields justified returns.
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Armour & Co
Swift & Co
Chicago
Uncle Sam
Army
Get after the principal billposter harming urban view
A New York Times editorial argues posters harm city aesthetics and that bill posters are agents of their advertisers. It urges action against the posters by targeting the principal sponsor rather than the posters themselves.
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bin Déede
New York Times
Ambitious salesmanship and consumer want matching
A succinct note on using targeted merchandising to meet customer desires. It highlights identifying costs and applying a sharp edge in offerings to fulfill those needs.
Influence of Advertisement Persuasion Endures After Copy
The article argues advertising retains persuasive power as long as a copy is readable. It cites a case where a farmer, ten years after extensive promotion, ordered a discontinued antique article after finding a newspaper ad that impressed him. He then learned the item was no longer manufactured.
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Tx Sunt
Musiratea
Tie
Newspaper Best and Shoe Dealers Form Partnership
At the State Shoe Dealers Association meeting in Indianapolis, strong resolutions were passed declaring favor toward newspapers, pledging retailers to use daily papers and inform the public about the real merits of newspapers as business partners.
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Jana
State
Shoe Dealers’ Association
Indianapolis
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